Transcendental Meditation for children and teenagers

Reduces stress for improved health, increased intelligence, and happiness. Also lessens anxiety and
depression for more positive thinking.

Every child faces stressful situations from time to time – fears, conflicts, anger, frustration, anxiety and depression. It’s all part of growing up. No matter what age, our children look to us, as parents, for guidance and advice. Yet, we don’t always have the answers. What we can be certain of though, is that we want the best for our children.

Children who practise Transcendental Meditation benefit from inner peace, calmness, and happiness

“TM calms me down. It gives me the energy to work hard in school. If I didn’t have TM, I don’t know what my life would be like.”
– Patrice, age 13

“I never thought I could sit quietly for 10 minutes, with my eyes closed, but meditating is easy - and fun.” – Derek, aged 12

“I would say TM makes me very happy. I feel happy inside when I meditate and I feel happy when I am done meditating.” – Meena, aged 11

“I look forward to my TM practice. It’s a good preparation for the intensity of my school day- and a good way to end the day as well.” – Parsha, aged 13

“What I appreciate most when I meditate is the inner calm and deep rest. It makes my mind clearer - and my day so much smoother.” – Coral, aged 17

Transcendental Meditation is easy to learn and enjoyable to practise, requiring no effort, concentration or special skills. Any childcan learn it – including children from the age of 5 years.

Transcendental Meditation for children is a simple and natural technique that increases happiness, self-esteem, calmness and creativity. It also provides children and teenagers with a means to cope with stress, anxiety and depression. Children say they feel more settled and find it is easier to focus in school. Parents say it helps their children to better understand themselves, as a result of which they are able to deal with their emotions and get along more harmoniously with their family, friends, siblings and teachers.

Setting aside some time each day to experience deep relaxation is vital for every youngster's wellbeing of mind and body. Not only will Transcendental Meditation help improve their overall development as they grow, it will give them the capability to manage stress and stressful situations, which in the long term will keep them physically healthy and prepare them for adult life.

Transcendental Meditationimproves life and reduces stress
in children and teenagers

“Transcendental Meditation is the best natural approach to reverse the effects of stress. Stress is a major contributor to many illness and suffering. I have witnessed the healing effects of TM on thousands of my patients and would recommend it to everyone.”– Dr Donn Brennan. MB BCh BAO, MRCGP, MSc Ayu,
General Practitioner
and Ayurvedic Physician.

Transcendental Meditation is a natural process that allows the mind and body to settle down to experience a unique state of deep rest - different from sleep, drowsiness, or ordinary relaxation - in which the body is deeply rested and the mind is fully alert. Extensive scientific research has shown that this special type of rest reduces the effects of stress and prevents stress from accumulating over time.

Regular practice of Transcendental Meditation provides help for children of all ages: